Dick's Picks Volume 22
Grateful Dead · 2001
146 min · 18 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling journey through improvisational psychedelia that showcases the Grateful Dead's unparalleled live prowess and communal spirit.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration with peaks long improvisational journeys communal spirit in listening
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Dick's Picks Volume 22' is part of a series capturing the Grateful Dead’s legendary live performances. By this time, the band had established a robust archive of recordings, with this release highlighting their performance from 1970, showcasing their growth and experimentation during their peak period. The compilation reflects a deep dive into their extensive live catalog, appealing to both new listeners and dedicated fans alike.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Dick's Picks Volume 22 is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2001. A sprawling journey through improvisational psychedelia that showcases the Grateful Dead's unparalleled live prowess and communal spirit. This volume is particularly significant as it captures the essence of the Grateful Dead's improvisational style during a transformative era for the band. It was well-received by fans and critics, reinforcing the popularity of the Dick's Picks series, which played a crucial role in preserving the band's legacy and expanding their audience. The live performances featured in this album have become influential among jam bands and psychedelic rock enthusiasts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dick's Picks Volume 22 sound like?
A sprawling journey through improvisational psychedelia that showcases the Grateful Dead's unparalleled live prowess and communal spirit. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes Dick's Picks Volume 22 by Grateful Dead notable?
This volume is particularly significant as it captures the essence of the Grateful Dead's improvisational style during a transformative era for the band. It was well-received by fans and critics, reinforcing the popularity of the Dick's Picks series, which played a crucial role in preserving the band's legacy and expanding their audience. The live performances featured in this album have become influential among jam bands and psychedelic rock enthusiasts. Released in 2001, 'Dick's Picks Volume 22' is part of a series capturing the Grateful Dead’s legendary live performances. By this time, the band had established a robust archive of recordings, with this release highlighting their performance from 1970, showcasing their growth and experimentation during their peak period. The compilation reflects a deep dive into their extensive live catalog, appealing to both new listeners and dedicated fans alike.
Who is Dick's Picks Volume 22 for?
Dick's Picks Volume 22 works well if you're into dynamic exploration with peaks, long improvisational journeys and communal spirit in listening.
How many songs are on Dick's Picks Volume 22?
Dick's Picks Volume 22 has 18 tracks, running approximately 146 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Viola Lee Blues Standout 19:14
- 2 Hurts Me Too 4:12
- 3 Dark Star > Standout 6:48
- 4 China Cat Sunflower > 4:37
- 5 The Eleven > 10:33
- 6 Turn On Your Lovelight Standout 12:40
- 7 Born Cross‐Eyed > 2:31
- 8 Spanish Jam 7:23
Disc 2
- 1 Morning Dew 8:10
- 2 Good Morning Little Schoolgirl 14:39
- 3 That’s It for the Other One > 8:13
- 4 New Potato Caboose 9:08
- 5 Alligator > 3:45
- 6 China Cat Sunflower > 4:14
- 7 The Eleven > 7:16
- 8 Alligator > 6:39
- 9 Caution > 11:48
- 10 Feedback 4:54
Release Date
June 1, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
146 min 50 sec
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